Downsizing
Rethinking Home – July 2020
South Huntsville Neighbors Magazine asked us to write about the trends we see in 2020 – especially in the time of pandemic and a state wide “Safer at Home” order. Read more here
Read MoreGet A Plan! #10 in our series – 10 Things to Expect When Downsizing!
Get a plan! #10 of 10 Things to Expect When Downsizing If you are reading this – You are ready to begin the process of letting- go! If you are moving, downsizing, or just getting rid of clutter, you need to begin looking at your items with a critical eye to determine what you really…
Read MoreDonations: How to find a non profit
This is #9 of 10 Things to Expect when downsizing! Inevitably when downsizing, there will be items that you will decide to donate. In previous articles we talked about options for furniture consignment. Even if you are able to gift or consign all of the furniture you longer want, you will have other items…
Read MoreSelf-Storage Units Are A Temptation You Should Resist!
Self-Storage Units Are A Temptation You Should Resist! This is #8 of 10 Things to Expect When Downsizing. See links to additional posts to the right or below. Often when people begin the process of downsizing the idea of renting a storage unit is tempting. When tasked with going through your own items or those…
Read MoreCollections Are Harder To Sell Than You think!
Collections are harder to sell than you think! This is #7 in the collection of 10 Things To Expect When Downsizing! See links to previous blog posts below or to the right. Lots of us love to collect items over time. Popular collections include stamps, baseball cards, coins, thimbles, spoons, plates, snow globes, glass wear,…
Read MoreThe Antique Market is Struggling!
The Antique Market is Struggling! This is the 6th installment of 10 Things To Expect When Downsizing. See links to previous blog posts to the right and bottom of this post! 6) For a few years now furniture buying trends have been moving away from Antiques that have traditionally been a staple in most American…
Read MoreYour Mother’s Mid Century Modern Furniture Is Coming Back!
This is the 5th installment of 10 things To Expect When Downsizing. See Links to previous posts to the right and bottom of this article. 5) Your Mother’s Mid Century Modern furniture is coming back. TRUE! The demand for Mid Century Furniture is on the rise! For a few years now furniture buying trends have…
Read MoreChina And Crystal And Silver – Oh My!
This is the fourth installment of 10 Things to Expect When Downsizing. See the link to previous articles below and to the right! 4) China and Crystal and Silver – Oh my! This is another heartbreak! It is likely that you will have a hard time finding a new home for your fine china,…
Read More“Your Kids Don’t Want Your Stuff”
This is the third installment of 10 Things To Expect When Downsizing! See links to the previous articles below. 3) ” Your kids don’t want your stuff!” This wisdom was shared with me many years ago by a much older woman. She was right! You may be very disappointed when you find that your…
Read MoreLetting Go Means You Lose Control! 2nd of 10 Things to Expect When Downsizing!
Considering downsizing? We talk to people every day that have taken on this process. It may be harder than you think to pare down. You will need to be mentally ready for this move. After all, this may be the first time you are not moving up to something you envision as bigger and better.…
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